New York City’s Most Iconic Restaurants

4.4 (5971)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Upper West Side

Jean-Georges Vongerichten is one of New York City’s most influential chefs, and his restaurants near Columbus Circle—the eponymous Jean Georges, and its sister, Nougatine—are a perfect testament to his legacy. Nougatine is particularly great for lunch, where the prefix menu is a relative steal compared to other fine-dining spots in the city.

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LarryVIP

Dined on Jun 17, 2019

Nougatine at Jean Georges is the perfect pre Lincoln Center dining spot. Our waiter was very nice once he got beyond the programmed "What brings you to us today?" and service was attentive. The early evening views of Columbus Circle at this time of year are fun. The peake toe crabcake appetizer was excellent. Unfortunately salmon was overcooked. The list of wines by the glass offered some very nice choices. The exquisite amuse buche before dinner were thin asparagus in a spicey panko crust with a lemon based dipping sauce. The French fries were much too salty. Dessert was the always excellent warm varona chocolate cake. We'll be back again. Not always perfect, but close to it.

Jean-Georges Vongerichten is one of New York City’s most influential chefs, and his restaurants near Columbus Circle—the eponymous Jean Georges, and its sister, Nougatine—are a perfect testament to his legacy. Nougatine is particularly great for lunch, where the prefix menu is a relative steal compared to other fine-dining spots in the city.

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LarryVIP

Dined on Jun 17, 2019

Nougatine at Jean Georges is the perfect pre Lincoln Center dining spot. Our waiter was very nice once he got beyond the programmed "What brings you to us today?" and service was attentive. The early evening views of Columbus Circle at this time of year are fun. The peake toe crabcake appetizer was excellent. Unfortunately salmon was overcooked. The list of wines by the glass offered some very nice choices. The exquisite amuse buche before dinner were thin asparagus in a spicey panko crust with a lemon based dipping sauce. The French fries were much too salty. Dessert was the always excellent warm varona chocolate cake. We'll be back again. Not always perfect, but close to it.

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Green Goddess Filet Mignon

4.7 (10714)

$31 to $50

American

Midtown West

It’s hard to believe that Quality Meats is over twelve years old; the place still feels hip and modern, with a bustle and buzz usually reserved for newer hot spots. The menu is devoted to steakhouse classics, and you can’t go wrong with any of them—but if you’re in the mood for a splurge, go for anything from the Butcher’s Cut section.

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AnthonyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Exceptional evening. Service and food worthy of a return visit. Say hi to Nick at the bar.

It’s hard to believe that Quality Meats is over twelve years old; the place still feels hip and modern, with a bustle and buzz usually reserved for newer hot spots. The menu is devoted to steakhouse classics, and you can’t go wrong with any of them—but if you’re in the mood for a splurge, go for anything from the Butcher’s Cut section.

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AnthonyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Exceptional evening. Service and food worthy of a return visit. Say hi to Nick at the bar.

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Green Goddess Filet Mignon

4.6 (16368)

$50 and over

Chinese

Meatpacking District

While it may not be the most authentic or low-key Chinese restaurant in town, Buddakan certainly has its perks: it’s fun, it’s glizy, it’s sceney, and the food is—somewhat shockingly—delicious. Order a bunch of dishes from the dim sum section of the menu along with the short ribs, lamb chops, and tea-smoked chicken, and you’re in for a fun—and raucous—evening.

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Stephen

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely fantastic food in a lovely set out restaurant. It’s not a cheap dining experience but the food was amazing and definitely worth it.

While it may not be the most authentic or low-key Chinese restaurant in town, Buddakan certainly has its perks: it’s fun, it’s glizy, it’s sceney, and the food is—somewhat shockingly—delicious. Order a bunch of dishes from the dim sum section of the menu along with the short ribs, lamb chops, and tea-smoked chicken, and you’re in for a fun—and raucous—evening.

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Stephen

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely fantastic food in a lovely set out restaurant. It’s not a cheap dining experience but the food was amazing and definitely worth it.